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MEETING DATE:
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American Legion Centennial Proclamation
July 17 , 2019
City Clerk
RECOMMENDED ACTION Mayor Chandler will present a proclamation in honor of the
American Legion centennial.
BACKGROUND INFORMATION The Mayor has been requested to present a proclamation in honor of
the American Legion celebrating its centennial in 2019. A
representative from the Lodi American Legion Post 22 will be present
at the meeting to accept the proclamation.
The American Legion was chartered and incorporated by Congress in 1919 as a patriotic veterans
organization devoted to mutual helpfulness. Lodi Post 22 has fulfilled the Legion's mission since
December 1919 through programs such as Veteran and family counseling; financial, medical, and
psychological assistance to Veterans and their families; public programs that emphasize Americanism and
patriotism; presentation of Military Honors to comfort the families of deceased Veterans; and provision of
fellowship to Veterans of all services and eras.
FISCAL IMPACT Not applicable
FUNDING AVAILABLE: Not applicable
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City Clerk
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APPROVED
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